Job summary
This is a 6 month Locum Consultant post, full time, with 10 programmed activities per week (with potential for extension by a further 6 months in line with NHS locum consultant appointment guidelines).The remit of the postholder will be to work within the multi- disciplinary team providing and developing care for orthopaedic patients. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the department.
The post will be primarily based at Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, an NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
You will perform a range of orthopaedic procedures on patients referred to the Hospital. You will be treating NHS referred to the hospital, working in accordance with hospital protocols and working practices.
As well as being able to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in elective orthopaedic procedures from your substantive experience, you will required to perform surgical procedures on patients referred to the hospital, working in accordance with hospital protocols and working practices. In addition, you may be required to carry out other operations that are within your range of expertise, and are contracted to the hospital.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Contribute to the provision of a comprehensive, high quality foot and ankle service at the Trust
Deliver clinical sessions in out-patients and theatres
Assessment, investigation and diagnosis of all foot and ankle conditions in out-patients
Hallux valgus surgery
Lesser toe surgeries
Fusions (1st MTPJ, midfoot, hindfoot)
Ankle arthroscopy
Ankle ligament reconstruction
Total ankle replacement
Achilles tendon repair (minimally-invasive)
Achilles tendon debridement / reattachment
Foot and ankle trauma
Job description
Job responsibilities
Contribute to the provision of a comprehensive, high quality foot and ankle service at the Trust
Deliver clinical sessions in out-patients and theatres
Assessment, investigation and diagnosis of all foot and ankle conditions in out-patients
Hallux valgus surgery
Lesser toe surgeries
Fusions (1st MTPJ, midfoot, hindfoot)
Ankle arthroscopy
Ankle ligament reconstruction
Total ankle replacement
Achilles tendon repair (minimally-invasive)
Achilles tendon debridement / reattachment
Foot and ankle trauma
Person Specification
Registration and Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC and entered onto the Specialist Register in Trauma and Orthopaedics (at the time of interview)
- ATLS Provider
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience in managing trauma and foot and ankle surgeries
- Log book demonstrates sufficient experience in foot and ankle surgeries
- Fellowship in foot and ankle surgery
Other
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates ability to work well in a team
- Understanding of clinical governance
Person Specification
Registration and Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC and entered onto the Specialist Register in Trauma and Orthopaedics (at the time of interview)
- ATLS Provider
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience in managing trauma and foot and ankle surgeries
- Log book demonstrates sufficient experience in foot and ankle surgeries
- Fellowship in foot and ankle surgery
Other
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates ability to work well in a team
- Understanding of clinical governance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Gobowen
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
